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Selections from the Archive

Letters From an Arsonist
Read the Livingston Award-winning story.
Cover Story By Dave Jamieson
From the Issue of Jun. 1 - 7, 2007

Members Only: Inside the Elite World of Late Night Shots
Late Night Shots is herding the next generation of assholes through Georgetown bars. And you're not invited.
Cover Story By Angela Valdez
From the Issue of Jul. 13 - 19, 2007

7½ Reasons Not to Have Sex in Union Station's Bathrooms
Sen. Larry Craig is alleged to have engaged in oral sex in a Union Station stall. He didn't climax. No surprise there.
Cover Story By Jason Cherkis
From the Issue of Sep. 14 - 20, 2007

“Man Down!”
How a poorly trained staff at the D.C. Jail let an inmate die.
Cover Story By Jason Cherkis
From the Issue of Jun. 29 - Jul. 5, 2007

Sorry, No Russian Whores Here
The Alamo Motel offers some amenities. Just not the one some men come looking for.
Cover Story By Joe Eaton
From the Issue of Aug. 17 - 23, 2007

Murray Waas Against the World
A National Journal reporter has fashioned a reputation among his peers: He's a tough act to follow.
Cover Story By Erik Wemple and Jason Cherkis
From the Issue of May. 18 - 24, 2007

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